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Name	Coton de Tulear	Bolognese dog	Basenji
Origins	Madagascar	Italy	Democratic Republic of the Congo
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Cotie Coton	Bolognese Toy Dog Bichon Bolognese	African Barkless Dog African Bush Dog Ango Angari Congo Terrier Zande Dog Congo Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Coton de Tulear vs Bolognese dog vs Basenji breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Coton de Tulear vs Bolognese dog vs Basenji Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Coton de Tulear or Bolognese dog or Basenji? Which is the smallest dog, Coton de Tulear or Bolognese dog or Basenji?	Small	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Coton de Tulear or Bolognese dog or Bolognese dog? Coton de Tulear vs Bolognese dog vs Basenji weight comparison:	12-15 pounds (5.5-7 kg)	4.5-9 pounds (2.5-4 kg)	Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	13.5 pounds (5.6 kg)	6.75 pounds (3.25 kg)	Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)
Height Which is taller, Coton de Tulear or Bolognese dog or Basenji? Coton de Tulear vs Bolognese dog vs Basenji height comparison:	10-12 inches (25-30 cm)	Males: 10.5-12 inches (27-30 cm), Female: 10-11 inches (25-28 cm)	Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	11 inches (27.5 cm)	Males: 11.25 inches (28.5 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)	Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)

Coton de Tulear vs Bolognese dog vs Basenji Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Coton de Tulear or Bolognese dog or Basenji? Which is more expensive?	$2400-$3000	$1200-$1400	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Coton de Tulear or Bolognese dog or Basenji?	Very frequent: The Coton de Tulear is quite easy to get.	Average: The Bolognese dog is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get.

Coton de Tulear vs Bolognese dog vs Basenji Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Coton de Tulear vs Bolognese dog vs Basenji intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Bolognese dog dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low: The Basenji is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Coton de Tulear vs Bolognese dog vs Basenji trainability comparison.	Coton de Tulear dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Bolognese dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Basenji dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Coton de Tulear or Bolognese dog or Basenji?	Coton de Tulear dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Bolognese dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Coton de Tulear or Bolognese dog or Basenji? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Coton de Tulear dogs are average defenders. See more.	Bolognese dog dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Basenji dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Coton de Tulear vs Bolognese dog vs Basenji Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Coton de Tulear or Bolognese dog or Basenji? Coton de Tulear vs Bolognese dog vs Basenji behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Intelligent Affectionate Lively Trainable Vocal	Active Playful Intelligent Loyal Devoted Calm Faithful Easygoing Earnest Willing Serene	Curious Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Coton de Tulear dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Bolognese dog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Basenji dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Coton de Tulear vs Bolognese dog vs Basenji?	High: Coton de Tulear dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Bolognese dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Basenji dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Coton de Tulear vs Bolognese dog vs Basenji social needs comparison:	Coton de Tulear dogs are a social breed. See more.	Bolognese dog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Basenji dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Coton de Tulear dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Bolognese dog dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Basenji dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Bolognese dog dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Basenji dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Coton de Tulear vs Bolognese dog vs Basenji Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Coton de Tulear vs Bolognese dog vs Basenji playfulness comparison:	The Coton de Tulear is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Bolognese dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Basenjis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Coton de Tulear vs Bolognese dog vs Basenji?	Average: The Coton de Tulear barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Bolognese dog is a vocal breed. See more.	Low: The Basenji barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Coton de Tulear or Bolognese dog or Basenji?	Very house-friendly dog the Coton de Tulear breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Bolognese dog breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Basenji breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Coton de Tulear vs Bolognese dog vs Basenji Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Coton de Tulear dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Bolognese dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Basenji dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Coton de Tulear or Bolognese dog or Basenji?	Coton de Tulear dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Bolognese dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Basenji dogs handle alone time quite well.

Coton de Tulear vs Bolognese dog vs Basenji Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Coton de Tulear or Bolognese dog or Basenji?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Coton de Tulear bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Bolognese dog bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Basenji bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Coton de Tulear has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bolognese dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Coton de Tulear vs Bolognese dog vs Basenji mouthiness comparison:	Coton de Tulear dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bolognese dog dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Basenji dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Coton de Tulear vs Bolognese dog vs Basenji Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Coton de Tulear vs Bolognese dog vs Basenji health comparison. Which is the healthier: Coton de Tulear vs Bolognese dog vs Basenji?	The Coton de Tulear is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Bolognese dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Basenji is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Coton de Tulear vs Bolognese dog vs Basenji? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Coton de Tulear vs Bolognese dog vs Basenji health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Luxating Patella Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)	Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Chronic Eye Irritation	Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Kidney Issues
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Coton de Tulear should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Bolognese dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Basenji should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Coton de Tulear vs Bolognese dog vs Basenji lifespan comparison. How long do Coton de Tulear, Bolognese dog and Basenji breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Coton de Tulear: 15 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Bolognese dog: 14 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Basenji: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Coton de Tulear vs Bolognese dog vs Basenji?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Coton de Tulear vs Bolognese dog vs Basenji Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Coton de Tulear or Bolognese dog or Basenji? Coton de Tulear vs Bolognese dog vs Basenji energy level comparison:	Coton de Tulear dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Bolognese dog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Basenji dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Coton de Tulear vs Bolognese dog vs Basenji exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Coton de Tulear or Bolognese dog or Basenji? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Coton de Tulear dogs have an average exercise need.	Bolognese dog dogs exercise need is minimal.	Basenji dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Coton de Tulear or Bolognese dog or Basenji?	Coton de Tulear dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Bolognese dog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Basenji dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Coton de Tulear vs Bolognese dog vs Basenji Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Coton de Tulear or Bolognese dog or Basenji?	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Coton de Tulear vs Bolognese dog vs Basenji weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Coton de Tulear has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Bolognese dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Basenji has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Coton de Tulear vs Bolognese dog vs Basenji Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Coton de Tulear vs Bolognese dog vs Basenji coat comparison:	Soft	Curly Silky	Fine
Colors What are the original Coton de Tulear, Bolognese dog and Basenji color?	White	Pure white	Black Tan Red White Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Coton de Tulear or Bolognese dog or Basenji? Coton de Tulear vs Bolognese dog vs Basenji grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Bolognese dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Coton de Tulear or Bolognese dog or Basenji? Coton de Tulear or Bolognese dog or {name3 shedding:	Coton de Tulear dogs are low shedders. See more.	Bolognese dog dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Basenji dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Coton de Tulear or Bolognese dog or Basenji?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Coton de Tulear vs Bolognese dog vs Basenji hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Coton de Tulear vs Bolognese dog vs Basenji?	Medium ⏺ The Coton de Tulear has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bolognese dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Coton de Tulear is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bolognese dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Basenji is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Coton de Tulear vs Bolognese dog vs Basenji Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Coton de Tulear dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Bolognese dog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Basenji dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Coton de Tulear or Bolognese dog or Basenji? Which dog is more friendly?	Coton de Tulear dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Bolognese dog dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Coton de Tulear or Bolognese dog or Basenji?	Coton de Tulear dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Bolognese dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Coton de Tulear or Bolognese dog or Basenji?	Coton de Tulear dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Bolognese dog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Coton de Tulear or Bolognese dog or Basenji?	Coton de Tulear dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Bolognese dog dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Coton de Tulear vs Bolognese dog vs Basenji?	Yes Coton de Tulear dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Bolognese dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Basenji dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Coton de Tulear is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bolognese dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Basenji is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Coton de Tulears are usually recommended for elderly people.	Bolognese dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Basenjis are usually recommended for elderly people.

Coton de Tulear vs Bolognese dog vs Basenji As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Coton de Tulear or Bolognese dog or Basenji? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Coton de Tulear vs Bolognese dog vs Basenji?	Not really Coton de Tulear breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bolognese dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Basenji breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Coton de Tulear vs Bolognese dog vs Basenji Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Coton de Tulear and Bolognese dog and Basenji have?	4-6 puppies	2-5 puppies	4-5 puppies
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Coton de Tulear vs Bolognese dog vs Basenji Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2014 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1944 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Foundation Stock Service	Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry American Pet Registry, Inc.

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